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03/27/2012

Winnie the Pooh; T-I-double-guh-errrrr spells Tigger Bread (Dutch Crunch Bread) and Honey Roasted Vegetable Sandwich

Dutch Crunch bread

I first heard of dutch crunch bread in its other form, tiger bread, was when I saw it in Coles. Everytime I've seen it, it's had a Tigger sticker on, and, being the Disney fan I am, it just stuck in my head as Tigger bread.

Unfortunately when I gave up bread for a gluten free diet, Tigger bread was set aside as well. So when I saw that the Daring Bakers challenge (my first!) was tiger bread, my heart pitter pattered. I could now make a gluten free version!

'Tigger' bread aka Dutch Crunch bread

As I baked I couldn't help but chant under my breath, 'T-I-double- guh-errrrr'. And when the bread came out of the oven, it took everything not to stick my hands in the buns (known as tiger paws) and stick the 'tail' to my butt and bounce around the house.
Some people just never grow up.

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Posted by Bryt on 03/27/2012 at 10:37 PM in Food in Literature, Gluten Free Cooking, The Daring Bakers Challenges, Winnie the Pooh | Permalink | Comments (8)

04/16/2011

Easter Treats for Adults; Honey and Easter Themed Alcohol

Alcohol never fails as a gift. And with so many selections, you're bound to find something for everyone for an adult Easter basket.

Honey
First up are the honey flavours, perfect for turning the Winnie the Pooh theme into something more adult and with baskets a bit more sophisticated.

These are only a selection that caught my eye, there are more available.
Either check online liquor stores or your nearest bottle shop.
* All descriptions are from Dan Murphy's online store. This post is not sponsored, their website was chosen for their wider range and ease of use.

Krupnikas Honey Liqueur
A drink to warm the cockles of your heart, Krupnikas Honey Liqueur is that perfect addition to a hot drink in winter.
500ml
$33.99

http://danmurphys.com.au/product/DM_914022/krupnikas-honey-liqueur-500ml

Beez Neez Honey Wheat Beer
First created as a Christmas surprise for staff at Capilano from their board of directors, this hand crafted wheat beer, with the unique addition of pure light amber honey, proved so popular that they had no choice but to offer it to everyone. This unique brew has a light malt palate with a distinct honey aroma and flavour plus a hint of bitterness. Clean, crisp and dry on the palate and surprisingly refreshing.
$3.90 (per bottle in store)

http://danmurphys.com.au/product/DM_904642/matilda-bay-beez-neez-honey-wheat-beer

Mildura Honey Wheat Lager
A soft and mellow beer with wheat and honey flavours. Mildura Honey Wheat uses local Orange Blossom honey to complement the light aromatic wheat structure of the beer. No other beer product has such a pronounced honey aroma or distinctive varietal flavour.
$3.70 (per bottle in store)

http://danmurphys.com.au/product/DM_907874/mildura-brewery-honey-wheat-beer

42 Below Manuka Honey
42 Below Manuka Honey is made using the purest ingredients in the world. It is distilled 4 times for a higher level of purity and smoothness, infused with a subtle honey flavour and filtered 35 times using charcoal filters, giving it a roundness and smooth character.
700ml
$37.99

http://danmurphys.com.au/product/DM_328770/42-below-manuka-honey-vodka

Wild Turkey American Honey Bourbon Whiskey
A smooth Bourbon that is blended with wild honey for that rich natural sweetness. For lovers of Bourbon Whiskey but with a touch more richness and a long sweet finish with sublime texture.
750ml
$35.90

http://danmurphys.com.au/product/DM_22546/wild-turkey-honey-liqueur

There are also wines with honey flavours and aromas, although too many to name. Check your nearest bottle store.
Rabbits and ChooksAnd let's not forget general Easter themes

White Rabbit White Ale
White Rabbit White Ale delivers refreshing hints of coriander, juniper berry and bitter orange, with fresh fruity aromas and only a gentle amount of bitterness. A touch of local honey naturally conditions the Ale.
$3.99 (in store)

http://danmurphys.com.au/product/DM_353823/white-rabbit-white-ale

White Rabbit Dark Ale Brewed out of the old 'Little Creatures' Brewery that was carted across the country from Fremantle, this great dark ale has and great intensity with sweet tones. Medium hops with caramel and toffee notes that lingers for a while.
$3.99 (in store)

http://danmurphys.com.au/product/DM_333573/white-rabbit-dark-ale

Old Speckled Hen Ale
Sweet, full bodied and fruit-driven thirst quenching ale. "Old Speckled Hen" was first brewed to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the MG car factory in Abingdon, Oxfordshire. Named after an old MG car which was used as the factory run around, the old MG Featherweight Fabric Saloon was parked outside the paint shop where it would be spattered in paint and so became known as the ''Owld Speckl'd Un'. This turned into "Old Speckled Hen" when the beer was unveiled. Since then the finely balanced beer with a distinctive rich malty taste and fruity aroma has attracted many fans.
$4.99 (per bottle in store)

http://danmurphys.com.au/product/DM_138962/old-speckled-hen-ale

Chocolate
For some, chocolate eggs in baskets aren't enough.

Mildura Choc Hops Stout
Made by Chef Stefano De Pieri, this dark beer with hints of chocoalte and vanilla. These subtle chocolate notes develop alongside a silky smoothness in the mouth.
$9.90 (per bottle instore)

http://danmurphys.com.au/product/DM_377682/mildura-brewery-choc-hops-stout-640ml

Posted by Bryt on 04/16/2011 at 02:26 PM in Holidays, Winnie the Pooh | Permalink | Comments (1)